Fire Systems: Fire Alarm Control Panel

Fire alarm system equipment and installations are regulated and controlled by various national, state, and local codes. When referring to fire alarm systems, you will most likely work with different types throughout your career. Understanding the basic signals on a fire control panel will help you to feel comfortable with operating the system. This interactive online course will briefly discuss fire codes, types of fire alarm systems, and how to handle various fire alarm conditions. You’ll learn the ins and outs of initiating systems and how to test, check, and troubleshoot your fire alarm system.

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • List the events that would trigger a fire alarm condition on the fire alarm control panel
  • State what an “addressable” fire panel indicates
  • List all the steps that should be taken to ensure that the fire alarm will not be activated during construction activities
  • Locate the tamper switch
  • Recall the provisions of NFPA 72 and NFPA 101
  • Identify the components of an initiating device
  • State the purpose of an end-of-line resistor

Specs

Course Level Fundamental
Languages English
Compatibility Audio, Video, MobileReady

Stephen Baker

Stephen Baker is subject matter expert in areas of facility operations, maintenance, and construction trades. He received his B.A. from Ashford University in Instructional Design. Stephen retired from U.S. Navy in 2005 and was in the career fields of new construction, maintenance operations, and repair operations. Baker joined Vector Solutions from a similar role as a Training Manager for a Global Food Manufacturing company. He has over 25 years of experience in the development of apprenticeship training programs and technical learning lessons.

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